Intern, Office of Funded Programs Government Grants-Remote

Since our founding in 1924 weve cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half but there is still so much more to do. To overcome todays biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement be part of the progress and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter and so does the impact you can make with us.

The student will work with members of the Office of Funded Programs government grants administration team to gain professional experience working with sub-awardees of the American Heart Association that are accelerating health improvement outcomes in communities by supporting health education strategies and creating culturally competent resources that can be utilized by communities to prevent or manage cardiovascular disease hypertension and stroke. The American Heart Associations Internship Program provides college students an opportunity for hands-on experience in various facets for individuals interested in gaining work experience with a non-profit voluntary health organization.

The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful you will have access to Heart U our award-winning corporate university as well as training and support locally and through our National Center.

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Internship Overview:

• Time Commitment: 20-25 hours per week
• Internship Duration: 5/18/26-8/21/26
• Location: Remote
• Salary: $23.00 per hour
  
  

Internship Outcomes:

Individuals participating in the internship program are provided with an opportunity to:

• Gain important and practical job skills to be successful in a non-profit environment.
• Opportunity to explore a career-path with a reputable voluntary health/service organization.
• Complete an internship that enriches your academic and professional resume as well as enriching your personal life by making a difference in the lives of others.

• Government Grants Compliance Administration & Operations
  • Assist in organizing grant documentation tracking submissions and deadlines maintaining internal records supporting audit preparation activities and conducting basic research on federal or grantor specific guidance to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Coordination & Review Facilitation
  • Support coordination and communication with implementation finance procurement and legal teams to facilitate review of grant and contract award actions including budget revisions amendments reporting submissions and other post-award actions.
• Assist the government grants administration team in communicating impact stories and lessons learned from sub-awardee administration.

• Identify impact stories for showcasing enhance via research and interviews and develop communication pieces for online or offline sharing.

• Attend internal and external meetings as requested including health fairs and community events as necessary.

Candidates who are seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in public policy public health nonprofit management public administration government relations finance and other related degree programs.
An interest in non-profit and grants administration is strongly preferred.
Program management portfolio management project management research interests.
Exposure to federal agencies (local or municipal) is preferred but not required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required including professional interaction with colleagues.
Ability to learn quickly and have focused attention to detail.
Intermediate to excellent proficiency in MS Word Excel Outlook Teams and PowerPoint.
Required Equipment: Reliable Wi-Fi connection.
Minimum availability of 20 hrs/wk M-F between the hours of 9am-5pm.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship now or in the future. For any roles working remotely the work must also be performed inside the United States not in a foreign country.

The job application window is expected to close: March 13 2026.

The American Heart Association invests in its people. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.

• Compensation and Performance Attracting talented committed interns means offering competitive compensation ongoing professional development and training and an environment in which to work and grow. And we do.
• Professional Development You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Associations national online university with more than 100000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
  
  
• Healthcare Benefits You will have the opportunity to participate in our Teladoc General Medical and Behavioral Health programs. We also provide access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost as a confidential program designed to assist employees and family members with personal issues that affect their relationships at home or at work.

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So are you ready to intern for the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease stroke and other cardiovascular diseases

The American Heart Associations 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science policy and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.

At American Heart Association American Stroke Association our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer healthier lives regardless of race ethnicity gender gender identity religion age language sexual orientation national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.

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